The 10 Best Leotards for Dancers (2020 Review) - Dancerholic (2024)

Capezio is a big name in the dance community, you will be sure to have seen their shoes, bags and other dancewear when searching online. Many professional dancers such as Maddie Ziegler (see video below) represent them, due to their professional quality. The dance leotards are soft, stretchy and last a long time!

Like many other big dancewear brands, they have an extremely wide variety of leotards in differing colors, styles and sizes.

Bloch is another one of the most well known brands of dance wear available, giving you confidence that you’re getting professional grade leotards, when ordering online.

They use amazing fabrics that don’t wear over time and the colour lasts without fade.

Because they have been around for so long, they have a wide range of sizes available. You can find some of the best ballet leotards for adults, as well as children and toddlers.

Another benefit of this brand of dance leotard is the variety of sizes and colors. We understand what it’s like when you’re required to buy an unusual color for a costume; chances are Bloch, will have you covered.

Grishko is an American dance wear brand that is trusted by many professional dancers worldwide. Their main focus is on pointe shoes, however their leotards are of premium quality and professional-grade, they are available in a number of styles and colors.

If you’re looking for a unique ballet leotard to last a lifetime, this is where you would go.

As you can see, there are a lot of difference leotard styles to choose from and it’s recommended to buy a style that works best for you (unless you’re shopping for specific uniform).

We’re going to go through each style 1-by-1, and look at the current, best leotards for dance.

Camisole leotards are a classic and simple style, with a low-cut back which is perfect for wearing on its’ own or pairing with a skirt.

This one from Capezio is one of the best leotards online; it comes with adjustable straps, shelf bra and a full-front lining. They’re made from a super flexible material made from 90% Nylon and 10% Spandex. The material is soft and breathable so you can wear it for hours of practice without over-heating.

Along with other styles in the Capezio range, this dance leotard is available in over 15 colours and is also available for young adults and toddlers.

If you’re looking for a camisole leotard with an edge, this Bloch dance leotard is the one! It looks like a simple camisole from the front, but the back is a beautiful mesh, panelled style.

This dance leotard is made from quality fabric, 90% Nylon and 10% Spandex and is perfect as a ballet or jazz leotard.

This cotton-blend, camisole leotard from Capezio has a simple V-neck front and a strappy, low back. It’s available in 8 striking colors and made from 90% Cotton and 10% Lycra.

The material is great quality; it’s stretchy and retains form after being hand-washed many times. This is an excellent leotard for teenagers and adults as an everyday ballet class, with a shelf bra.

This dance leotard has a snug and comfortable fit as well as being soft and extremely stretchy. It comes with a scoop front and back, short-capped sleeves and is made from 90% Nylon and 10% Spandex.

This particular ballet leotard is designed for children to teenagers, however Bloch also has a similar version for adults. As with other professional grade leotards, this is available in a wide variety of colors.

Another short-sleeved leotard comes from Speerise, it’s made with a soft microfiber body that is thick and non-see-through. It’s available in a number of different colors including some extremely bright, vibrant colours – great to stand out in a crowd.

The sleeves on this leotard are slightly longer than other brands, which is great for dancers that are conscious of there arms. It comes with amazing reviews in terms of fit and durability. Made from 90% Nylon and 10% Spandex.

This leotard washes very well on cold or by hand and leaving it out to dry, it should last many months.

The material is a shiny fabric which reflects light in certain angles, this is a really special design, unlike others.

Tank-style leotards are a staple for any dancer, they’re great for those who prefer to wear a bra underneath or aren’t as confidence in a strappy style. This one from Capezio is made from 90% Nylon and 10% Spandex; it’s extremely soft, breathable and quick drying.

Just like other ballet leotards in the Capezio range, there are plenty of colours to choose from and the material is double stitched for durability.

Here we have another tank leotard from Capezio, this one is a cotton blend rather than Nylon. A benefit of this ballet leotard compared to the last is the addition of a shelf bra and a pinched sweetheart neckline on the front, all of this makes it extremely flattering.

This is an extremely well made and quality piece of dancewear that will last months, it’s also available in a number of colours and looks amazing with a tutu or ballet skirt.

Tank-style leotards are well-known for looking great with ballet skirts, and this one from Danshuz is no exception.

This leotard for girls is extremely pretty and stylish, with lace detailed back and criss-cross straps. The front is fully lined with a circle neckline and strong straps in the back.

The tank leotard is perfect for class and for performances, but some children have found that after long periods of training the lace can itch, so maybe not for everyday use or for sensitive skin.

Long sleeved leotards are great because they look traditional and elegant in class, but also look like outerwear when you’re heading home if you pop on a pair of jeans or joggers!

This particular leotard from Capezio is made from 90% Nylon and 10% Spandex and has a full front lining on the lighter shades, so it’s not see-through.

Long sleeved leotards can sometimes be too low cut but this scoop is relatively high and wide, which gives a really elegant appearance whilst also staying in place. The fabric is light and breathable with excellent stretch. As with other dance leotards by this brand, it’s available in a number of different colors. This is also available for young children and teenagers.

For a cheaper alternative, this beautiful long sleeved leotard from Danskin is made with similar fabric and available in similar colors. It’s made from 93% Nylon and 7% Spandex, this means it has a little less stretch that the Capezio version. However, this fabric has great compression for those who like to be held in whilst dancing.

The scoop on this leotard is quite low for some, so a strapless bra is recommended; this leotard is also available in a number of different colors.

Leotards for ballet or other types of dance with a halter neck style provide an extremely elegant and feminine appearance from the front. I have always preferred having a mesh style halter so it is breathable around my chest – otherwise they can feel quite resptrictive.

This is a beautiful example from Natalie Dancewear, it’s made from 90% Nylon and 10% Lycra so there is plenty of stretch but it is still breathable and non see-through.

There is a hook closure behind the neck so you’re not stretching the fabric when putting it on and a shelf bra lining with moderate leg line.

Depending on the fabric and the brand, washing the leotard will vary.

I always choose to hand wash mine in cold water, just to be safe. But many leotards are completely fine on a cold wash in the machine.

It is ALWAYS recommended to leave leotards out to dry rather than tumble, the heat will ruin the elasticity. Be wary of leaving them to dry outside, the colours can fade quickly.

The fit is very important when it comes to finding the best leotard. The neckline should feel comfortable when practicing movements, with nothing spilling out!

The leg line shouldn’t be too high otherwise it will start to rub, even if you’re wearing ballet tights.

For a more in-depth article about the how a leotard should fit, check this out.

As you can tell, we have included a lot of products from dance wear brand Capezio. We have always found their clothing and shoes to be great quality, durable and dependable.

For a look at professionals dancing in some of the leotards we have spoken about today, and for some inspiration – watch the YouTube video below.

Thank you for reading our guide and review on the best leotards for dancing. We have gone through all of the most popular styles and tried to include a variety of brands, hopefully you have found some inspiration.

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